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If you try again and get it, put some oil on it beforehand and well don't tighten it with 100nm of torque
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I tried wd40 which still didn't help! don't have room at my place, or ramps so can't even try again as I do this sort of stuff at my olds.
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Chris, I would strongly recommend to replace the plug with a new one once you get this off. Since it is rounded, it will be hard to take it out and more you try, it gets worst. Try with multi grip locking pliers if you have one. Best thing to do is to take it workshop, where the plug head can be grind to proper shape to fit a tool or there will be lot of tools and options. Unless you know what you are doing they are not advisable to try. Have you been trying to take it off on a cold engine or hot engine?
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I tried at first hot, then let it cool.
Once I noticed how rounded it was I gave up. I went to supercrap and repco and neither could let me know what plug is needed... Never had an issue before, but all too hard so going to the local workshop next saturday and they can deal with it!
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Mainlube has just released a new Mainlube 175 Synthetic Race SAE 0w40 designed for the Ford Focus, diesel and petrol.
Spec's cover the exhaust soot filter for the diesel. Retail is $29.50 +gst. Cheers Steve
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agree, may be a bit too thin especially with the temp rising & also if your car is getting a few Km's on it.
The oil would probably be a bit more expensive, I think. |
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The company I blended the 0w40 Race oil for told me the RS 2.5 Turbo takes 0w40 in the book. 0w40 is a tad ballser oil with spec plus a top line group IV PAO base oil. Cheers Steve
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Bit thin when cold isnt it at 0w40?
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yes, that was my point in asking the question
there are several focuses and while 0w40 might be suitable for the XR5/RS according to the owner's manual it is unsuitable for the non-turbo 4 cylinder and probably the diesel as well |
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All sorted now, dropped off at the mechanics and got the radiator and brake fluid flushed at the same time.
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I notice you guys don't seem to be using oil which meets Ford's certifications - 5W-30 which meets Ford M2C913-B or M2C913-C (which succeeds -B).
I'm just wondering why not? Mobil Super FE 5W-30, Castrol Magnatec Professional A1 5W-30, Liqui-Moly LEICHTLAUF SPECIAL 5W-30 and Nulon Full Synth 5W-30 all meet either the -B or -C certification. Are these oils hard to find in stores, or too expensive? I haven't looked yet but am curious as to why you're using non-certified oils. |
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Instead, there is Castrol Edge Sport 5W-30 which is fully synthetic that you can buy under $40 for 5L lot of times. I have been using this since long and no issues so far. Keeps engine clean, oil stays fresh until 5000kms under tough conditions. I never let my car do more than 5000kms between oil changes. So, I don't how long does it last. There are other brands that are good as well like Mainlube, Fuchs.. My car demands fully synthetic and have been using Castrol Edge 5W30 which is cheap and does the job for me.
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But Edge 5W-30 would be at least as good and is readily available. Plus for diesels it will be a much better choice as it is a low SAPS oil. After a Ford dealer used Caltex 15W-40 in my XR6 at its first service, I did my own oil changes every 10,000 km and used Edge 5W-30. No complaints and it did improve the fuel consumption slightly on a regular commute.
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I think castrol has updated their range now. There is a titanium version in Edge 5W-30 which is new and costs $20 more than normal Edge 5W30. Both are fully synthetic though.
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Liqui Moly have an oil which meets WSS-M2C 913 C called Leichtlauf Special F 5 W-30 The Australian importer isn't importing it yet. |
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I did an oil change today on the GF's 3/2007 Focus today and could not find the power steering fluid reservoir. It has 'Dura Tec He' on top of the engine if that helps to identify where it might be? I was a bit confused with which filter to use as Ryco Z632 was listed as equivalent to Motorcraft AFL4. I used Penrite fully synthetic HPR 5 5W 40. Not only could I not find the power steering reservoir, but it was extremely difficult seeing the oil level on the dipstick. Am I going blind?
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According to them they are now started importing Leichtlauf Special F 5W-30, which has that specific compatibility. The oil is currently available through this website https://thecarcarestore.com.au/item_....php?code=3853 and hopefully soon from your local auto store. |
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2011 - 2.0L Petrol models, the Ford service book does recommend to use 5w/30?
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thanks this is a great thread
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I do my own services, cheaper than getting mechanic( 100-200 bux!) i service mine every 5 thousand, check my air filter,top up water levels, check p/s B/f ,hoses, air con,lights etc, Repco or super cheap usually have deals on oil ,and filter isn't that much.
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I found another oil which meets Ford WSS-M2C-913-C and WSS-M2C-913-B
Total QUARTZ 9000 FUTURE NFC 5W-30 http://www.totaloil.com.au/Pages/content/NT00010242.pdf Distributors: http://www.totaloil.com.au/Pages/aus...ocument&LG=EN& |
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